The Tribe. A Charlie Vundla Film.

 

You know what they say… Two’s a company and three’s a crowd. Well, this South African film gives a real-life meaning to that idiom. The Tribe tells the story of a young professor consumed by alcoholism and is saved from self destruction by a former school mate. Slowly he begins a journey to save his house, marriage and his life.

This is a raw character driven film, putting you in the very life of the lead actor, Smanga (Charlie Vundla). After facing troubles with his marriage and the ability to conceive he turns to alcohol and marijuana as a means to escape. Then, in a dingy old bar he meets his long time schoolfriend Jon (Louis Roux) who is a failed life coach that lives out of his own car. And so the two bond over how much of a stuff up their lives have become and yet seemingly work together to amend things. Suddenly, a buzz at the gate. The return of Smanga’s wife Laura (Terry Pheto) changes everything. And suddenly two becomes three.

Charlie Vundla wrote, directed and starred in the film – according to the man himself, the best part for him was to act and just have fun with the role he created. When asked about the casting process and working with the actors, Vundla spoke of the natural chemistry that needed to exist among the actors and that was how working with actor and friend, Louis Roux came about. The film has no soundtrack – no music to guide your emotions. So, if you feel, you feel – if you don’t that’s ok too. It allows you to be a part of the harrowing real life experience unfolding before your eyes. The Tribe depicts an unfiltered truth: even when it’s uncomfortable and offensive.

I felt a part of The Tribe at the Premiere held at Nu Metro Hyde Park Corner. Here are some of the pics:

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As the film deals with human interactions and facing universal struggles, it has done extremely well at film festivals across the world. Now South Africans have a chance to see it. It hits your cinema screens on the 17 March – go check it out.

For now here’s the film’s trailer:

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❤ LJ

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At the premiere for @TheTribeFilm movie about to start – can't wait 😜 #thetribe #movie #film #actor #redcarpet #SA #premiere #local pic.twitter.com/FqUN6lcTpd

— Lauren Jenae (@LaurenJenae) March 14, 2017

Hats Off for the SANSUI Summer Cup

November the 29th marked Johannesburg’s premier equestrian and fashion event of 2014 and lucky me, I got VIP access! Woohooo! The event? Well, the SANSUI Summer Cup, of course! The theme? “Hats Off” – Great for me because I absolutely DESPISE hat hair. 

The Face of the SANSUI Summer Cup was none other than the beautiful V-Entertainment television presenter and socialite, Dineo Moeketsi. Apparently, she was handpicked because of her abundance of elegance, fashion flare, glamourous spirit and love for horse racing. I think it was just because this chick is everywhere nowadays!

The SANSUI Summer Cup was held at Turffontein Racecourse and had every ingredient horse racing fans and Joburg’s socialites could wish for in a perfect day out; 12 staggering thoroughbred races, a plethora of celebrities and thousands of glamourous hat wearing racegoers. Racing enthusiasts, fashionistas, and jockeys were kept on the edge of their seats – or saddles – when they saw the outfits that attended the event. Here are a few of my favs and, well, not so favs:

The Sunday Sun held some fashion awards at the event, which included Most Fashionable Couple, and obviously went to the stunning Jay Anstey and Ryan Hignett. Jay, wore this all white woman suit encompassing an open back with absolute elegance. While, Ryan, was dressed by Carducci and topped off his summer look by wearing a hat by Simon and Mary. Love the matchy-matchy!Another couple worth mentioning is Topbilling‘s Jonathan Boynton-Lee and Simba Mhere. Both, playing with pastel colours and adding the shades to make summer look stylish. These two make a great couple – don’t they? 😉And time for the Worst Dressed of the day. CRINGE! This condom inspired outfit is completely outdated, unflattering and unfashionable! I have no idea what this woman was thinking!? It’s actually best that no-one can see her face.

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Not only were horses racing, but celebs were too! 20 of SA’s hottest Celebrities took to the race track in their sporty kit with charitable competitiveness for the “Racing. It’s a Rush Celebrity Charity Dash”. A heated sprint to raise funds for the event’s official charity, SOS Children’s Village. The winning celebrity had the credit of not only being the quickest celeb on the track but also the honour to handover a whopping R475 000 to this year’s chosen charity. So out of this lot who do you think won?

The Boys: Kojo Baffoe, Alex Caige, Clive Maistry, Lorenzo Gordinho, Simba Mhere and Jonathan Boynton-Lee

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The Girls: Jen Su, Wardah Hartley, Jay Anstey, Tamerin Jardine, Stevie French, Letoya Mangezi, Zakeeya Patel, Kgomotso Meso,  Hayley Owen and Stacey Holland.

Did you guess right? The overall winner between the boys and the girls, was none other than the fitness fanatic, Stacey Holland! YAY!

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So here’s what The Elite TV Girls wore to the event;

Candy Harris wore a beautiful high Neck fitted mini from Zara. Sheena D wore a sweetheart high-low dress from Robot Clothing and I wore a pearl lace playsuit from YDE matched with my favourite Strappy Sandal heels from Steve Madden.

With all that the SANSUI Summer Cup had to offer, the premium occasion proved once again, as it has year after year, that it is a unique union of the entertainment, sport and fashion industries in one powerful and exuberant event, making is a must for racing industry familiars, newbies, fashionistas and socialites.

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To celebrate this years event The SANSUI Summer Cup paid a fun tribute to Jozi and some of its everyday jockeys – the taxi drivers. The viral video created, is a comical rhetoric about the fun and excitement of a day at the races showcased in a typically Johannesburg style via taxi drivers, which are synonymous with the city.

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ  ❤

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Forever New #WILDORCHID

We all know and love the brand Forever New! Want a sophisticated work outfit? Forever New. Want a gorgeous dress for a wedding? Forever New. Want an elegant playsuit for the Polo? Forever New.

Forever New is one of the fastest growing international brands in SA and I had the honour of attending the launch of its latest collection, #WildOrchid.

Celebrities, socialites and Forever New VIP customers attended the unveiling of the new Wild Orchid Collection. The colourful and energetic Wild Orchid collection was modelled in a unique fashion presentation by eleven of the country’s most illustrious female personalities. The aptly-titled Orchids included 5fm DJ, Sureshnie Rider; celebrity make-up artist, Gina Myers; socialite and journalist, Mokgadi Seabi; actress, Zakeeya Patel; TV producer and presenter, Lerato Kganyago; actress, Amanda du Pont; South African superbike champion, Janine Davies; publicist Melanie Ramjee; TV personality, Roxy Burger; blogger Allegro Dinkwanyane and actress Hayley Owen.

 Early summer parties, tropical holidays and balmy nights set the scene for this spirited story, where vivid pinks and sunset coloured exotic flower prints are enhanced by clean white. Now, If you want these items, I’ve made it real easy for you. Just click on them and it’ll take you straight to them.

TV personality, Roxy Burger, wore this Andrea printed wrap skirt (R799) with a Briony Strappy Silk Cami in porcelain (R599).  Accessorize your outfit with clean elegant strappy sandals, oversized tote bags or a pop of colour statement clutch – much like this. 

The beautiful actress, Amanda du Pont, wore this Isobel Tiered Lace Dress in porcelain (R699). All white remains a key summer trend, worn head to toe or with brightly coloured accessories and these retro oversized sunglasses finish the fun summer vibe.

Actress, Hayley Owen, modeled the pretty Bethany Ruffle Skirt Dress in vibrant chartreuse (R1139.75). Make a glamourous summer fashion statement with this simple yet head turning dress.

Actress, Zakeeya Patel, wore the Simone sweetheart sundress (R999). This dress with it’s vibrant floral print can go from a day at the polo to dinner with the girls.

Celebrity make-up artist, Gina Myers, wore the Adrianna Burnout Stripe Midi Skirt (R799) with a matching cross-over crop top. While bright new look co-ords are perfect for day wear, black can work just as well too. 

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Forever New also announced its sponsorship of The EPIC Foundation’s Fairy Godmother Project at the event. Founded by Alta McMaster, the charity assists underprivileged girls in Matric who do not have the financial means to purchase Matric Dance dresses. Forever New initiated its sponsorship by donating a number of dresses to the Project, as well as all profits made at the event. The eleven Orchids also each contributed a number of personal items to the Project, including special occasion’s dresses, shoes, jewelry and handbags. 

The Forever New Wild Orchid Collection is currently available in all Forever New stores and select Edgars stores nationwide.

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Here’s what the Elite TV girls wore to the event;

Sheena D wore this sexy laced black tube dress from Young Designers Emporium and I wore a Gingham Skaterskirt from Mr Price with a Mesh V-neck bodysuit. Because I am in love with gold I just had to accessorize with a nude and gold clutch from Zoom.

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I made it into @GRAZIASAmag from the @ForeverNew #wildorchid launch! 👯 #spotted #SA #sandton #fashionshow #redcarpet pic.twitter.com/Q5UuaA2efK

— Lauren Jenae (@LaurenJenae) November 17, 2014

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ  ❤

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And the New Face of TOPSHOP is…

The talk of the fashion world is the introduction of TOPSHOP‘s new Autumn/Winter 2014 campaign girl. Drum roll please. Introducing the iconic British supermodel, Cara Delevingne. At the mere age of 21, Cara has modeled for the likes of Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana and Burberry just to name a few – and now campaign girl for TOPSHOP! So casual. When you think of TOPSHOP you think trendy, you think cutting edge – this is exactly what the controversial model brings to the catwalk.

TOPSHOP is renowned for staying ahead of trends every season. It exemplifies affordable style, while its brave and irreverent approach has captivated the fashion-conscious shopper the world over.  Previous TOPSHOP campaigns have featured Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Lily Donaldson, Rosie Tapner and Eliza Cummings but this Autumn/Winter campaign holds a slight difference. It is the first time a TOPSHOP campaign will feature a single girl as Cara, single-handedly, dominates each image.

 The Autumn/Winter 2014 collection speaks to the diverse and experimental style of a TOPSHOP girl as hero pieces with go-anywhere appeal take centre stage. The biker jacket, the Jamie jean, the Martha parka, Cara effortlessly personifies London style and brings it straight to South African shores.  

Evening wear is re-worked as modern fabrications and astute tailoring play with the concepts of smart/casual dressing and urban sophistication; the statement sequin and feather cocktail dress worn by Cara epitomizes this look.

According to TOPSHOP’s creative director, Kate Phelan;

“Cara is a true TOPSHOP girl. Her style is confident and playful and she can be sophisticated and chic as easily as she can be cool and casual. Putting her spin on everything she makes the TOPSHOP collection her own. Her uninhibited natural energy is intoxicating, she is free spirited and fun.”

Keep a look out for the new collection as it launches in TOPSHOP SA stores from September 2014. In the meantime, check out the behind-the-scenes of the TOPSHOP shoot produced by Leigh Johnson.

The campaign images were shot in London by renowned photographer Alasdair McLellan and styled by TOPSHOP Creative Director Kate Phelan.

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Cara’s personality is contagious – from modeling with elegance to pulling the ugliest faces – she makes the stereotypical “dumb model” a myth. Watch her famed ‘Harlem Shake’ video which took place backstage at TOPSHOP UNIQUE AW13.

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 Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ ❤

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

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